Morocco Encompassed

SalamAlaikom! Welcome to Morocco! On arrival at Casablanca Airport, you will be met by a Sirius Adventures representative and transferred to your hotel. Arrive at your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure. Your hotel Will feature an onsite restaurant and lounge. Typical rooms include satellite television, air conditioning, and an en suite bathroom. Upon arrival, you will check-in and receive your room assignments. Tonight, your tour will begin with an orientation meeting lead by Your Tour Leader at approximately 6 PM You’re free to explore Casablanca by night, enjoy a cocktail with fellow travelers at the hotel bar, or retire early to rest up before tomorrow’s discoveries.

This Morning, depart around 8 am on a five hours journey by Minibus for the city of Chefchaouen, the Blue Pearl. En route, stop in Rabat, an elegant capital on the Atlantic coast. Visit the most significant monuments of the city, in particular, the Hassan Tour and the Kasbah of the Oudaya, a fortress strategically located on the ocean.

After Lunch in Rabat, We’ll continue our drive to the “Blue City” Arrive early evening and check in to our Riad in the heart of Chefchaouen’s medina. Depending on where we stay, our riad—a traditional Moroccan house built around an interior courtyard that has been converted into a comfortable, rustic guesthouse—may feature a hammam (Turkish bath), dining room, and roof terrace with sweeping views of the city and mountainsides. Typical rooms are colorfully decorated by local artists. Tonight you are free to explore at your own pace, browsing the local shops, enjoying tea in a café, or taking in the Moroccan charm of our riad.

Today we meet the local guide in Chefchaoun and have a unique experience that nourishes all the senses. Its blue and white art painting, from the walls of houses, buildings, and streets, through the doors, windows, and stairs, to the electricity poles and vases that decorate the doors of the homes. When the blue mixes with the color of the sky and the freshwater of its waterfalls, the magic is complete. visit the Kasbah of "Waa'a El-Hamam" square, the Grand Mosque, Enjoy the outdoors at Ras Elma: Gather with locals at this cascading waterfall and river where mountain water trickles its way into the town and residents enjoy picnics. Before sunset, A trek is advised to the Spanish Mosque for admiring one the best Moroccan sunset's In the evening head out on your own to take in Chefchaouen by night. Perhaps you’ll sit longer at dinner to enjoy the atmosphere, walk the medina to shop or gather in the riad’s courtyard with fellow travelers.

This morning, drive inland to Fez. En route, we’ll explore Volubilis, one of the most well-preserved Moorish/Roman cities in North Africa. Led by a local guide, we'll wander amongst its historic ruins and colorful mosaics, Our local guide will help us envision what life was like in ancient times

we’ll set off for a 30-minute drive to Meknes, onetime home of the Moroccan sultanate. After lunch, we will continue our explorations with a tour of the Old City in Meknes. including the immense stables—a massive structure that once held 12,000 horses—and granaries that were built for 17th-century Sultan Moulay Ismail and beautifully tiled entrance to the Royal Palace.

Arrive early afternoon at Our Riad in Fes. The evening is Free for your own discoveries. Ask your Tour Leader for recommendations if you’d like to experience this city at night.

Today is dedicated to our full-day exploration of Fez. Led by our Tour Leader and a local city guide, we leave the 21st century and all previous conceptions of urban design behind as we enter Fez's medina, often considered the world's most well-preserved medieval city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's said that this is the world's largest car-free urban area; undistracted by traffic, you're sure to agree that strolling here is a feast for the senses! enter via the Bab Boujloud, or "Blue Gate" and visit the famed Al-Bou Inania Madrasa, the Nejjarine Museum, Seffarine Square, and the Chouara Tannery and the Karaouine Mosque and University, the oldest continuously functioning university in the world, founded in the year 859 AD. After lunch in the Medina, have an opportunity to Visit authentic Moroccan Mosaic local Craftsmen. The evening is Free for your own discoveries. Ask your Tour Leader for recommendations if you’d like to experience this city at night.

Today, Our total transfer time to Merzouga is up to 6 hours, especially in winter when road closures may lead to unexpected detours. We will break up the long transfer with stops along the way.

Pause at Ifran, a Moroccan ski resort. Then ascend scenic roads past pine groves and giant cedar trees. Midmorning, you cross the 6,000-foot pass and continue west toward the great Sahara.

After a lunch pause in Midelt. As you approach Merzouga, admire views of the remarkable Ziz vast valley. early afternoon, arrive at the Merzouga Desert dunes. Your Tour Leader will help us communicate and interact with the welcoming locals. Later, settle into your Sahara camp, where dunes rise and fall around you and feel the adventuresome spirit of explorers of old. You'll even have the opportunity to enjoy a camel ride. Witness an incredible sunset, and relax after dinner under a canopy of stars. where (weather permitting) the Milky Way may be clear and bright. At the camp, you’ll stay in a walk-in canvas tent, complete with a camp bed, mattress, fresh linens, and pillow, and en suite toilet facilities. There is a separate tent for dining.

Awake amidst the silence of the desert this morning, as Morocco's natural beauty continues to astound you. After breakfast, At we absorb the feeling of the remote desert environment and explore where few foreigners venture, along routes known only to the camel and goat-herding Tuareg nomads—the original Morocco travelers. We begin our day boarding Jeep's for a ride to meet the real Nomads, Here, we enjoy a Sirius Adventures-exclusive visit with members of a local desert community in their homes to experience a traditional side of Moroccan life. Our Experience Leader will Guide us around many untouched lands of the Sahara desert on a full-day orientation visit.. Don't worry your Tour Leader knows the area like a lifelong friend!

later visit Khamlia, a remote desert village. This region is renowned for the ritual songs of its Gnawa musicians, and we'll get the chance to hear their melodic chants during a lively performance. early afternoon, Drive back to our Merzouga Riad, Check-in and relax in the heart of the Dunes for the rest of the Evening,

Today, we leave the open desert behind and set off for the Dades Canyons. en route, stop Todra for lunch. The real attraction here is the spectacular Todra Gorge, a deep ravine carved by the Todra River over millennia

After Lunch, Drive to Dades Gorges and check-in our Guest House. Early afternoon We will feel and live the True atmosphere of the Dades Gorges Because we will visit them from the inside! Our local Guide will Take it in this natural wonder. Whether you are a walker or an athlete, a magnificent excursion awaits you in the valley! The Dades Canyon which has its source in the High Atlas, is at the origin of the formation of one of the most spectacular Canyons in Morocco. The heart of the valley is a true haven of freshness where you will meet amazing landscapes, interact with a true Nomadic Family. the valley is covered with exceptionally flourishing nature. (full equipment provided).

This morning, we set off for the fortified kasbah of Ait Ben-Haddou,(a 12-century fortified city) A prime example of classic Southern Moroccan architecture. en route, Pause the Valley of Roses and Amridil Kasbah in Skoura, the one that serves as the first stop on the road of 1000 kasbahs, between Ouarzazate and the Tafilalet region.

After lunch in Ouarzazate, Join your tour leader for a visit to Atlas Corporation Studios. the first film studios in Morocco and extend over an area of ​​30 ha. Many famous films have been shot there, such as The Jewel of the Nile, with Michael Douglas, Ali Baba and the 40 thieves with Fernandel, Gladiator, by Ridley Scott, Mission Cleopatra by Alain Chabat or Babel, with Brad Pitt. Part of the Game of Thrones filming even took place here. your tour leader will inform you about the anecdotes of the shootings and help your reach the “César Palace” or the Tibetan temple from the film Kundun, by Martin Scorsese.

Arrive early afternoon at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and take time to Join your Tour Leader in a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, A Kasbah's - or fortified city. Check-in our Riad in front of the kasbah. and spend the evening as we wish.

Today, We Leave the High-Atlas behind and travel to Tafraout, anti-Atlas town in the middle of Argan forest, Land of Igoudars, and a pearl of the south. The evening is Free for your own discoveries. Ask your Tour Leader for recommendations if you’d like to experience this city at night.

Today, we visit Amtoudi, the land of Igoudar's. Our group will have the opportunity to experience A Day in the Life of several aspects of the community. our 4 Hours orientation trek will start in The village of Amtoudi, Here, we enjoy an S.A.-exclusive visit with members of the local community in their home to experience a traditional side of Moroccan life. admire the local architecture, experience and materials used fit harmoniously with the surrounding landscape. they reflect a characteristic of the Amazigh architecture, distinguished by its thoughtfulness, its original features, and its respect for the environment. Nowadays the Igoudars are considered as true curiosities and a school of architecture.

After a picnic lunch, we visit one of Morocco's most special natural sights, the lush Amtoudi Palmeraie Gorges and oases that is a kind of miracle, a hymn to life. Each elementary component of existence is magnified. The smallest drop of water captured, directed into small canals, flowing in the gutters. The air rustling in the fronds cooled in the shade of the palm trees. The neat land. After Lunch with Hassan family, drive to Napoleon's hat Site (le chapeau de Napoléon). Arrive at Tafraout early Afternoon Check-in, Relax in the Authentic city of Tafraout

This morning, set out for the city of Essaouira. En route, Pause at the coast and the delightful resort of Agadir, you will have the chance to view the beaches of this former fishing village as well as the Famous surfing area of Taghazout. and Visit the NP Cooperative, to view traditional methods of extracting Argan Oil. Arrive early afternoon to Essaouira, Check-in relaxes in the funky town for the evening, Ask your Tour Leader for recommendations if you’d like to experience this city at night.

Today, join your Local Guide for a walk through Essaouira's medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and an excellent example of a fortified African City. Spanish cannons still line the battlements while parasols dot the harbor's beaches, creating a remarkably picturesque setting. walk along the city's ramparts just north of Moulay Hassan Square where local artists sell their paintings. Continue on to the Skala de la Ville, which is a fortification built along the cliffs that defended the city from sea attacks, but now provides visitors with an unparalleled view of the port and its bright-colored fishing boats.

In the Medina, artisans, and craftsmen practice their trades as they have for hundreds of years. Explore the many souks in the medina, including the spice and jewelry souks. Visit a jewelry shop, renowned for its quality and design. Browse the extensive collection of uniquely handcrafted silver jewelry and watch artisans create beautiful silver pieces.

Today, we bid farewell to the Atlantic ocean as we embrace aa picturesque way to Marrakech. Discover historic and exotic Marrakesh today. Begin at the Koutoubia, a 12th-century Mosque and minaret, and one of the oldest Moroccan mosques now in existence, Then, explore Bahia Palace, where 360 rooms is a symphony in which tales of love and engineering mixed with Italian marble and Sudanese gold. For more recent fascinating finds, you'll see the richly decorated tombs of the Saadi Dynasty. End your thrilling evening in the famed Djemaa el Fna square, a dazzling display of acrobats, storytellers, and snake charmers. Marrakech is almost unique as the ancient city that is still vibrant, Take your time and absorb this vibrant kaleidoscope of culture. Around 5 pm, Check-in Our Hotel in Marrakech city center.

Your adventure ends after breakfast. Additional accommodation can be pre-booked if you wish to spend more time exploring Marrakesh join our post-trip activities.